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Volkswagen Multivan T5 (Highline T5) reviews. Specifications and detailed photos of the repair. Boo.

The first thing that comes to mind when you see this camper; Yes! Exactly what I was looking for! Everything is there and at the same time nothing superfluous. A table that can be transformed according to your every whim. The rear seats, if desired, easily turn into a bed (do not forget to throw a pillow in the trunk). The middle seats rotate around the axis. Drawers were hidden under each seat. Three-zone climate - control will create the desired temperature for both frozen and walrus at the same time! Automatic transmission is a comfort in city trips. Parking sensors politely squeak, warning of a collision, even if a cat passes too close and then beeps! The sun screens add elegance to the cabin when combined with the factory tint.

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Specifications.

Engine: Engine type diesel, number of cylinders 4, number of valves per cylinder 4, displacement 2.5 cm³, in-line configuration, maximum power 170 hp. turbo, TDI.

The body is a minivan, the number of doors is 4, the number of seats is 7, the body has been in production since 2004.

External dimensions: length 4892 mm, width 1904 mm, height 1970 mm, wheelbase 3000 mm, track

front wheels 1628 mm, rear wheels 1628 mm, ground clearance 167 mm, turning circle 11.9 m.

Weight: total 3000 kg.

Operating characteristics: maximum speed 170 km/h. acceleration time 0 - 100 km / h 15.3 s, fuel consumption combined cycle 8.3 l / 100 km, urban cycle 10.4 l / 100 km, extra-urban cycle 7.1 l / 100 km. fuel tank capacity 80 l.

Front independent suspension - McPherson, rear independent - multi-link. Front ventilated disc brakes, rear disc brakes.

Tires 235/55 R17, wheels 17X7J. Driver's airbag; passenger airbag with deactivation function; curtain-type airbags; side airbags front; ISOFIX child seat anchorage .

Active safety and suspension: Anti-lock braking system (ABS); brake force distribution system (EBD); system of exchange rate stability (ESP); traction control (ASR);

Exterior: Hitch; alloy wheels R17; door handles in body color; side mirrors in body color; tinted glass; rear wiper and glass washer; left and right side sliding doors. Lighting devices halogen headlights; fog lights; headlight washers.

Interior: Combined upholstery; leather steering wheel and automatic transmission knob (6 speeds); leather seats with suede midsection; carpet floor.

Comfort: Parking sensors front and rear; multifunctional steering wheel; steering column tilt adjustment; reach steering column adjustment; lumbar support in the front seats; manual height adjustment of the front seats; Rain sensor; auto-dimming interior rear-view mirror; electric front windows, side mirrors

Heated side mirrors, side windows, rear window, front seats, windscreen washer nozzles; three-zone climate control; central locking with remote control; immobilizer, cruise control.

I would like to note the lack of comfort, for such a machine it's just a shame to have it! On other cars (on the same Hyundai Sonata), if you remove the key from the ignition, then all the headlights (side, low) go out. It is convenient and there is no need to constantly turn off the headlights yourself. And in this German loaf, the headlights continue to glow, moreover, if you leave the turn signal switch in the right or left position, the right or left marker lights remain on, respectively! By the way, it was also on Skoda, because there are insides from Volkswagen (Volkswagen). Where does this attitude towards the car owner come from? Strange German logic! Actually, the car was assembled in Austria.

Very pleased with the low consumption of diesel fuel when traveling long distances, and the farther — the more noticeable the savings! In the city, of course, it is not so economically obtained.

Unsuccessful radar connection experience (do not repeat).

Everything would be tolerable, and the wire lying ugly on the panel, and the radar itself heating up from the sun in summer.

Consider the little things: 3 jpg, 2000×1600, 2.30 Mb

I dug out the wires supplying the cigarette lighter from below, exposed the insulation and connected red to red, white to white, wrapped it with electrical tape. I pushed a piece of wire feeding the radar into the slot of the panel and sighed with relief. And in the evening, when I turned on the dimensions. the radar is off! Turned off the dimensions - turned on the radar.

Too smart German - cuts off an additional circuit.

While we train like this, then we will try differently.

This is how it turned out better, the main thing is that when you turn on the headlights, the radar continues to work! I just made a hole in the bottom of the glove compartment and connected it to the car radio wiring.

And now about the most important thing. On Yokarny blog this topic has already been described. About the law of life. For some, this is the omnipotence of God, for others it is the usual luck / bad luck, and most simply do not pay attention to it. To understand the above, I will describe the first process of installing the radar again. For two days I tried to start connecting the wires of the radar detector to the cigarette lighter, but with each attempt, interfering circumstances appeared. I would be a fool to stop all efforts, but no, I went against the flow of life as a result, as described above, when the headlights were turned on, the radar did not work (too smart German loaf cut off the extra circuit). The second installation process of the radar detector went smoothly in 20 minutes!

Conclusion: live with the flow of circumstances, if something does not work out, try differently or stop.

About vibration. The reviews write about vibration as a bad dowry, but I found a little pleasantness in it - when the car does not move, the chairs vibrate with a slight tremor and a micro back massage occurs.

Cruise control is an absolutely unnecessary option in Russia. On our roads, you always have to overtake someone or slow down on bumps and potholes. They have autobahns with 8 lanes in one direction and the road is as smooth as a hockey rink. This is where you can enjoy cruise control. And for us - show-off.

The rain sensor is a good thing. This option eliminates the need to monitor the amplitude of the wipers.

The high seating position of the driver is also good! I sit high - I look far away. The headlights of oncoming cars are no longer so dazzling, anticipation and control over the situation on the road. When it rains, they don’t pour water up to the very roof - they don’t get it.

Unlike the Hyundai Sonata, the Volkswagen Multivan () does not have very comfortable driver's seats. During a long trip, the eggs are clamped with trousers (sorry for the expression), the seat on the Volkswagen Multivan T5 (Highline T5) is only in one position - in a horizontal position, the elevator does little to solve the problem, anyway, the ass moves forward. You sit not like in a chair, but like on a chair with a back.

Parking sensors (parking sensors) are certainly a good thing, but they brought an unexpected surprise!

Once I was moving in reverse, the sensors do not squeak in the back like emptiness, suddenly they squeak incessantly, with a constant squeak! It turned out that they reacted to the exhaust gases of the Multivan, the weather was vile - autumn fog, and thick white smoke poured from the exhaust pipe.

The spare tire is not convenient and dirty. You can’t see it differently in jeeps and minibuses. But much better than on a UAZ loaf. It is generally uncomfortable there, soldiers are not considered people.

At a run of 33,000 km, a polite light came on, signaling the wear of the brake pads. Interestingly, 1 mm remained on the left side (maybe because the wear sensor is on this side), on the right - 2-3 mm. Traffic jams and a sporty driving style did their job - accelerated brake wear.

According to the company's brake pads Delphi. Delphi's brake pads use over 20 different materials to ensure efficient braking at low temperatures, with little dust and low noise. The fabrication uses underlaying (used on OE products) - these are layers with a high resin content to dampen vibrations (which can cause noise) and guarantee a high friction force. And indeed, I ran 2,000 km with Delphi brake pads and nothing, not a sound! And they said they would creak.

Mileage 40,000 km. MOT under warranty. Here is a description of the work and prices for maintenance:

Air filter replacement. 270 rub.

Fuel filter replacement. 405 rub.

Volkswagen Multivan is a luxury version of the famous T5 front-wheel drive minibus. The car has been produced since 2004, and in 2009 it was restyled, during which the appearance of the model led to the corporate Volkswagen style.

Speaking about the external changes of the updated Volkswagen Multivan T5, first of all, it is worth noting its front end, where new head optics, a different radiator grille and a retouched bumper appeared. But in general, the minivan remained completely recognizable.

The solidity of the model is added by chrome-plated exterior trim elements, somewhat enlivening the bus design. It is worth noting the presence of long-wheelbase versions of the minivan, flaunting additional living space for a more multi-purpose organization of the interior arrangement.

The overall length of the basic version of the Volkswagen Multivan T5 is 4,892 mm (extended modification - 5,292 mm), width - 1,904 mm, height - 1,970 mm (long wheelbase 20 mm higher), ground clearance (clearance) minivan is 165 mm.

Salon updated Miltiven also did not go unnoticed. The car received a new front panel, a steering wheel from, and a rail system for longitudinal adjustment of the rear seats allows you to achieve many options for transforming the interior.

Thus, the interior of a minivan can easily be turned into a mobile office for negotiations or a comfortable room for family travel with a bed. At the same time, as befits a luxury car, the quality of finishing materials in the Multivan T5 is at a very high level.

Two petrol and four diesel engines are offered as power units for a minivan on the Russian market. The first are represented by 2.0-liter MPI engines (104 hp) and turbocharged TSI (204 hp). Moreover, only a 5-speed manual is supposed to be aspirated, and a more powerful engine can be ordered either paired with a 6-band mechanics, or paired with a 7-speed DSG robot.

All diesel engines for the Volkswagen Multivan T5 have a working volume of 2.0 liters, but their power, depending on the version, is 84, 114, 140 and 180 hp. The first two are paired with a five-speed manual transmission, the last two are paired with a six-speed manual transmission or a seven-band robot. In addition, a minivan with 140 and 180 hp engines can be equipped with a 4Motion all-wheel drive system.

The choice of equipment for the VW Multivan is one of the widest in the class. The showrooms of Russian dealers feature Startline, Comfortline and Comfortline Long (with front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive), BlueMotion (using fuel-saving technologies and reducing emissions of harmful impurities into the atmosphere), PanAmericana (with front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive), and Highline (with front and all wheel drive).

The starter package provides for four airbags, ABS, ESP, air conditioning, a light sensor, power accessories with front windows and electric mirrors, as well as a central lock with remote control. The cost of such a minivan starts at 1,568,200 rubles.

The price of the Volkswagen Multivan T5 in the top-end Highline version with all-wheel drive, a 180-horsepower diesel engine and a robotic transmission is 2,909,900 rubles. Such a car is additionally equipped with heated seats, climate control, standard audio system, electric rear door, leather interior, passive cruise control and standard parking sensors. Plus, a wide range of options is available for all versions.

The Volkswagen Multivan T5 minivan has been on the market since 2003. In 2009, the car underwent an update, as a result of which its appearance was brought into line with the corporate style of the German company, and the power line was completely changed.

The Volkswagen Multivan is the premium version of the popular Transporter minibus. Externally, the car looks presentable due to body-colored bumpers, as well as tinted windows in the passenger compartment. Otherwise, it completely repeats the Transporter Kombi.

The overall dimensions of the "Multiven" are almost the same as those of the cargo-passenger "Transporter". The length of the car, depending on the base, varies from 4892 to 5292 mm, height - from 1970 to 1990 mm, wheelbase - from 3000 to 3400 mm. The width of the minivan in all cases is unchanged - 1904 mm. The ground clearance of the standard version is 186 mm, and the ground clearance of the extended version is 201 mm.

If the front part of the interior of the Volkswagen Multivan almost completely repeats the interior design of the Transporter, then the rear part is radically different.

One of the advantages of a minivan is the great possibility of transforming the interior. There are five seats in the passenger part, while both rear seats and the sofa move along the rails. If necessary, the rear seats can be turned into a real double bed.

Inside the "Multiven" there are a bunch of different niches, stands and drawers. With a flick of the wrist, you can get a folding table, turning the car into a cafe on wheels. With a full passenger compartment, the car still has 1210 liters of luggage space, which makes it a truly versatile and comfortable model.

Specifications. For the Volkswagen Multivan T5, the same engines are offered as for the Transporter. This is a 2.0-liter gasoline unit, which produces 116, 150 or 204 horsepower, depending on the version, diesel engines with a potential of 85 to 150 “horses”, as well as a 2.0-liter bi-turbo diesel engine with a return of 180 forces.
They work in conjunction with a 5- or 6-speed “mechanics” or a 7-speed DSG with a pair of clutches, front-wheel drive or 4MOTION all-wheel drive.

In terms of suspension design, brakes and steering, the Volkswagen Multivan is no different from its less prestigious counterparts in the T5 series.

Options and prices. In the Russian market in 2014, a German business-class minivan with a standard base can be bought at a price of 1,608,400 rubles, with an extended one - from 2,174,800 rubles. A top-end car with a 204-horsepower engine, a “robot” and 4MOTION is estimated at a minimum of 3,294,800 rubles.
The basic equipment includes: a lift start assist system, air conditioning, front and side airbags, power accessories, standard “music” and 16-inch light alloy wheels.

Review of Volkswagen Multivan 2.5 TDI (Volkswagen Multivan) 2008

I bought my first multivan used in 2001. It was simply converted from a transporter. Moreover, it was redesigned well: in addition to a luxurious sofa, there was also a right-hand swivel chair, a folding table, a window with a mosquito net ... But there was also a drawback - a low-power gasoline engine. Large consumption — overclocking for more than 20 seconds.

At the beginning of 2003, the T-4 was discontinued, but they were sold in showrooms before the end of the year. Decided to take a 2.5L 100 horses on the mechanics.

They cost then 40 thousand euros. For mileage up to 70,000 km, no problems at all. Then immediately replace the summer tires, front struts, steering rods. And after replacing the suspension (and everything changed with the officials, the spare parts were also theirs) regularly, under warranty, everything was redone every 10-15 thousand km. It seems that parts are put on a new car from one conveyor, and for service - from another. At 125,000 km, the pump failed, which caused an overhaul of the engine. Repair cost about 90,000 rubles. And before the breakdown, I went to the salon several times because of extraneous sounds from under the hood. But they didn't find anything. Nothing else broke

Strengths:

• Sofa
• high rise
• economy

Weak sides:

• Noisy
• crickets
• Not respected on the road, everyone is trying to overtake

Multivan liked at first sight. But it so happened that there was a lot of negativity associated with it. What I want to speak about first of all, because they write good things more often.

Bought the car in March 2009 in Novosibirsk from an authorized dealer.

In August 2009, at the eighth thousand kilometers, as a result of a rocker arm failure, a flying fragment pierced the cylinder block, oil leaked out. The fault was recognized as a warranty case and the engine assembly was replaced. If a person close to me did not understand the car, then I would have changed the car. But I was convinced that there was nothing to worry about, the engines were being changed like gloves, and then another two months to wait for the car.

Strengths:

• Comfort

Weak sides:

• Lack of reliability

Review of Volkswagen Multivan 2.5 TDI (Volkswagen Multivan) 2003

Practical car, convenient for work and family vacations (especially for long distances). The spacious interior and small dimensions (no more than a passenger car or jeep) make it a family favorite. Good view of the road, high landing. It does not rock children, dogs and adults.

Salon: you can live in it! When meeting with friends - replaces the cafe (table and 5 seats).

Engine: not whimsical, high-spirited, economical. Consumption 8l on the highway, 11l — in the city and traffic jams. Cruising speed - 120-130 km / h.

Strengths:

• Space and economy

Weak sides:

• No off-road capability after rain

I love the Volkswagen brand, as I have been driving cars of this model since 1993. From this year to this day, Volkswagen DOKA T2 (from Sweden) has been in operation, with a total mileage of 550 thousand km. There is no rust. On the first engine 1.6 TD drove 400 thousand km. Then he replaced it with 1.9TD (from Germany) and has already traveled 150 thousand km. Wonder machine! In 1996 I bought a used Volkswagen B3, drove for 2 years. No problems other than replacing the rear wheel bearings. Twice. Sold in 1999 friend. Rides so far.

In 2003, I bought a Volkswagen Sharan 1.9 TDI (2001 release) from France. Mileage initial 70 thousand km. No problems other than turbine repair. The first time after 110 thousand. The second time after 190 thousand. I changed it myself. In 2007, sold with mileage 250 thousand machine miracle!

In 2007 buying my first new car. Multivan T5 Comfortline. I pick up from the salon. Can't adjust driver's seat I don't see any devices. Uncomfortable. Finally went. There is no pendant. Measured tire pressure. Fine. I rushed off and bought Nokian 5 winter tires. It got a little better. After 35,000 hangings, as there were none, there still aren’t. This is not Comfortline. It's not even Sharan and certainly not T2.

Review of Volkswagen Multivan 2.5 TDI (Volkswagen Multivan) 2007

Review of Volkswagen Multivan 3.2 V6 4Motion (Volkswagen Multivan) 2008

My father bought the car in July, we drove together, drove 10,000 km, drove almost all over the South of the country in different modes and situations, so we managed to characterize the car in the most “sober” way, evaluating its merits and pointing out some shortcomings, well, first things first.

For a long time they chose a multifunctional family car for work, leisure, for all occasions. Before that, there was an MB Vito 98 onwards, which I am now rolling out, after selling my C-Max, I am waiting for the month of March, earning money for a dream. of the same type. Vitek was tired of breaking down, apparently he correctly said that the Spanish Mercedes is not very Mercedes, although he served his normal service, traveled 320 thousand km and is still breathing. Of the analogues, I see only VW, the rest is smaller and from a different opera. choose an engine, there are not bad diesel engines, especially the Tuareg five-cylinder about 174 horses and with a wonderful moment of 400 newtons, but there was already a tractor, but we live once, I want variety.

We took a six-cylinder VW Multivan T5 with a volume of 3.2 liters with 235 horses, yes, all-wheel drive and with a handle. electrified. Awesome suede Alcantra interior (suede where the ass and back, and side bolsters and head restraints are leather, doors, upholstery is also leather), wood inserts and a signature red-blue backlight of the dashboard, buttons, rosettes create first-class comfort. By the way, when you sit in the back, a car is associated with an airplane. For a comfortable life, there are various features such as additional engine heating, windshield heating, residual heat functions, and a whole lot more.

Strengths:

• Multifunctional aircraft

Weak sides:

• High fuel consumption (20 liters in the city with dynamic movement, or you can increase it)

When looking for minibuses or small vans, it is almost impossible to walk past Volkswagen buses. It is unlikely that another similar car has such a long history of success as the van from Hannover. It began during the period of the economic miracle, as a separate branch of the development of the Beetle, and in the 70s of the twentieth century it became a symbol of a mobile lifestyle.

Many years later, the direction has turned into a kind of Swiss knife: today there are no tasks that a Volkswagen minibus could not perform. The variety of bodies is amazing: from a passenger version to a truck with an onboard platform. The concept of the Volkswagen T5, offered since 2003, has remained unchanged since the release of the Volkswagen T4: front-wheel drive and a front transverse engine.

More than a decade of production has resulted in countless engines and body variations, making it hard to find the right modification. In this case, a thorough analysis of personal needs will help. If the car will be mainly used for trips together, then an economical option with a small number of seats and simple seats will do. A little more expensive and richer will be more versatile off-road versions or mobile camping. The multi-seat version of the VW T5 Multivan is well-equipped and represents the best compromise between a business vehicle and a personal vehicle. The pinnacle of comfort is the T5 Multivan Business, which is equipped with separate leather chairs.

prone to defects

Regardless of the chosen body option, a thorough check of the car, especially the engine, is necessary. The T5 has 4, 5-cylinder and comfort-oriented 6-cylinder engines at its disposal. All power units went to the minibus from passenger cars, but with minor modifications. The large weight of the van, frequent loads, rough handling and significant mileage inevitably leave an indelible mark on the state of the power units.

The 4-cylinder diesel engine with pump injectors is quite widespread. But such a motor is too weak. Most often, the head of the block and pump injectors are pestered here. After restyling in 2009, VW abandoned its use.

Five-cylinder diesel engine with 130 and 174 hp. used until the 2010 model year. Instead of a timing belt, a more reliable scheme is used here with a camshaft drive through gears. Preference should be given to a stronger version of the motor.

The 5-cylinder unit is not without flaws. Starter malfunctions, wear of the dual-mass flywheel and injectors, flying pipes, failure of the pump (from 6,000 rubles), turbocharger (from 36,000 rubles) and cracks in the exhaust manifold (typical for a 174-horsepower modification until 2006). An inexplicably high oil level is caused by fuel entering the lubrication system through a tandem pump (from 18,000 rubles) or leaky nozzle seals. The most unpleasant surprise is the shedding of plasma spray from the cylinder walls. For a major overhaul of the 2.5 TDI R5, you will need at least 100,000 rubles. You should also check the condition of the particulate filter installed since January 2006.

With long runs, the formation of a working or cracks in the wells of the unit injectors is possible. In this case, you will have to change the head of the block (from 59,000 rubles) or line the wells (about 17,000 rubles). The problem is typical for diesel engines with a volume of 1.9 and 2.5 liters.

In the case of the 2.5 TDI (AXE and AXD), after 200-300 thousand km, premature wear of the camshaft, its liners and hydraulic compensators occurs (from 500 rubles apiece, only 10 compensators). The post-2007 BPC version was spared the camshaft and cylinder coating problems. True, exhaust manifold studs sometimes fail here, which is why a burning smell appears in the cabin.

After 100-150 thousand km, the overrunning clutch of the air conditioning compressor or generator fails. It changes in assembly with a pulley (2-4 thousand rubles). And because of a failed air quality sensor (4,000 rubles), radiator fans can thresh without stopping. Less commonly, the cause is a faulty fan control unit (10,000 rubles).

Four-cylinder TDI after 2009

With restyling in 2009, the 5-cylinder engine gave way to a new generation of 4-cylinder turbodiesels. Common Rail injection engines have become more powerful and more comfortable to operate.

At the head of the diesel team is a 180-horsepower bi-turbo. It easily covers long distances even when fully loaded. False modesty, which forced the purchase of a VW T5 with an entry-level diesel engine with 84 and 102 hp, will turn into discomfort. Such an instance is forced to "vomit" in the right lane, especially on the slopes, along with crawling loaded trucks.

2.0 BiTDI with the CFCA index often suffers from increased oil consumption. Sometimes the head of the block and the turbine fail. In addition, there were cases of breakage of the drive belt of mounted units, which led to its remains falling under the timing belt. The consequences could be very sad - a meeting of pistons with valves.

Premature wear on the dual flywheel, turbocharger and injection system has not bypassed the new 4-cylinder diesel engine. The flywheel can rattle after 10-20 thousand km. At first, the "roar" is heard only while the engine is cold, and then (after 150-200 thousand km) it does not stop even after warming up. In addition, he begins to create vibrations. If the flywheel falls apart, it can easily damage the box bell. The cost of a new original flywheel is 42,000 rubles, and an analogue is about 27,000 rubles. Installing an analogue with a new clutch kit and work in the service will require around 50,000 rubles.

Gasoline engines

If you are afraid of problems with diesel engines, then you can pay attention to gasoline modifications. The most reliable and unpretentious is the 2-liter aspirated AXA. However, some of its owners after 500-600 thousand km have to deal with the replacement of stuck rings.

Turbo engines with a capacity of 150 and 204 hp. have found their way since the 2012 and 2103 model years, respectively.

Problems with starting and interruptions in the operation of the VR6 with a working volume of 3.2 liters may occur due to a rupture of the membrane of the crankcase ventilation valve (1,200 rubles). But it will cost much more to replace the stretched timing chain. The disease occurs after 200,000 km, and to eliminate it, you will need about 100,000 rubles - you have to remove the engine.

Transmission

A manual gearbox can make noise after 150-250 thousand km - bearings wear out prematurely. In addition, sometimes the shaft shifts along the axis, or synchronizers fail. The cost of a bulkhead is approximately 40-50 thousand rubles. The service life of the clutch largely depends on the operating conditions and driving style, but the average resource, as a rule, exceeds 200-300 thousand km. The cost of a new set is about 10,000 rubles.

An automatic transmission was offered in a pair of diesel R5 or petrol V6. The Aisin machine gun is quite hardy. Restorative repairs are required, as a rule, not earlier than 250-300 thousand km, for which about 80-100 thousand rubles are required.

The robotic gearbox appeared after restyling. Owners with DSG7 start contacting services after 100-150 thousand km. Often helps flashing and adaptation.

After 150-250 thousand km, the splines of the right intermediate drive shaft wear out. The original promval is available for 30,000 rubles, the price tag for analogues starts at 5,000 rubles.

The model range also includes cars equipped with the 4MOTION all-wheel drive system. The rear wheels are connected when the front wheels slip. The possibility of forced blocking is not provided. The Haldex coupling is responsible for the distribution of thrust. The system is quite reliable. The clutch fails only at high mileage as a result of wear of the brushes of the electric pump. The cost of a new pump is about 23,000 rubles. The outboard bearing of the cardan shaft (3-4 thousand rubles for an analogue) is rented after 200-300 thousand km.

Chassis

A lot of weight, high loads and considerable mileage are the main reasons that at some point bring the suspension of any car to its knees. The same thing happens with the Volkswagen T5. However, its complex chassis does not cause typical problems with regular maintenance, timely replacement of silent blocks, shock absorbers and brakes. But keep in mind that after 150,000 km, the suspension often needs a major overhaul, and parts prices are high. On a segment of 100-200 thousand km, rear wheel bearings inevitably surrender (5-7 thousand rubles). The front ones will last more than 200-300 thousand km.

The planned suspension bulkhead has at least one positive aspect: the owner of the T5 can choose which way to go. There are countless suspension components available for the Multivan, making it a comfortable bus, sports van or utility van.

In any case, it is necessary to check the condition of the shock absorbers for leaks or "buildup". In old age, springs and drive shafts are rented out.

With age, the steering rack will also require attention. The cost of repair is about 18,000 rubles, and the restored rail is 25,000 rubles.

The brakes are quite effective. If, on duty, you often have to travel with a trailer, you can upgrade the braking system by installing components from the Audi RS6. With such brakes, you can be sure of safety even on mountain serpentines.

Body

All Volkswagen T5 models are prone to accumulation of body defects. The metal is not prone to corrosion (galvanized), but the paint flies off it regularly.

Many owners complain about failed power windows or power sliding doors (knocking, vibrating, slowing down or completely refusing to obey). With age, side window seals leak and sliding door rollers wear out.

Door locks must be lubricated at every maintenance. It looks like they forgot about it in this case.

The quality of the interior details is also not up to the ideal. At the same time, the rule applies: the more funds that increase functionality and comfort, the more failures. The central lock, the folding table of the Multivan and the electric drive of the seats of the Business modification suffer. In general, do not trust the words of the owner, but check the operation of all systems yourself.

A folding table is a popular, expensive and very unreliable accessory.

Don't expect much from older head units with a navigation system. Until 2005, they could only play CDs. Later came the DVD-ROM. Playing CDs became possible only after the intervention - flashing the head unit. Later systems work and think faster, but by modern standards, they are Stone Age techniques. Frequent problems with the GPS antenna is another argument to retire the factory system and install a more modern device instead.

The rest of the interior suffers from typical Volkswagen blemishes such as clattering plastic parts and wearing down soft covers.

Head unit with characteristic wear of the key cover.

The rear air conditioning pipes located in the arch of the right rear wheel can leak out after 5-8 years. Many services offer the installation of more durable hoses, for which they ask for 20-30 thousand rubles. And the rear stove ceases to obey due to poor moisture protection of the control unit. The board oxidizes and the contacts corrode. The problem is typical for cars assembled after 2007. Often, the unit can be restored to working capacity on its own, in extreme cases it is necessary to change the unit itself (from 31,000 rubles).

Expenses

Volkswagen T5 is not a cheap car. Restyled copies with decent equipment will cost from $15,000. Do not be tempted by more affordable and older models that have almost 1,000,000 km of run behind them. Add to this the high cost of maintenance, comparable to premium sedans.

Rust on the sliding door is a common occurrence on the T5.

Model history

• At the end of the summer of 2003: a version with 115 and 230 hp petrol engines appeared. and diesel - 104 and 174 hp. ESP is available as standard equipment for the V6.
• December 2003: Introduction of 6-speed automatic transmission.
• 2004: Introduction of the 1.9 TDI with 84 hp. and Caravelle versions.
• March 2005: 4Motion all-wheel drive system available.
• 2006: Multivan Beach is the new base model of the Multivan.
• 2006: Series use of particulate filter.
• 2007: Long wheelbase version with Miltivan Starline as new base model.
• September 2009: big restyling; refusal of a 5-cylinder diesel; 4-cylinder diesel engines received a Common Rail injection system, modifications - 84 hp, 102 hp, 140 hp. and 180 hp; increased service interval for replacing the timing belt; updated body, list of additional equipment and assistance systems.
• April 2011: BlueMotion - uses energy recovery systems for braking and start-stop; new 2.0 TSI petrol engine with 204 hp (it is possible to use the 4Motion system); xenon headlights with daytime running lights were installed for a surcharge.
• January 2013: DSG transmission with freewheel.

An expensive nuisance is a broken doorknob ($50).

Conclusion

Like its predecessors, the Volkswagen T5 is a very popular car. Its shortcomings are more than offset by functionality, a large selection of engines and a slight loss in price. Until now, the German van has not been able to bypass the popularity of either Mercedes or Fiat. T5 is not only more practical, but also more reliable. This was facilitated by an extended warranty and the manufacturer's constant work on eliminating deficiencies. But popularity was reflected in the price. It is best to pay attention to copies produced after September 2009 with a range of up to 100,000 km first or second hand. The advantage of this model is that it remains in demand even in old age. The California version guarantees the greatest comfort for passengers.

Specifications Volkswagen T5

Version
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Max. torque
Performance
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Average fuel consumption, l/100 km